UNI School of Music

06/15/2026

We're thrilled to announce that Julia Sakharova will be joining our faculty this fall as Assistant Professor of Instruction in Violin! Prof. Sakharova is an internationally acclaimed violinist and Concertmaster of Orchestra Iowa, known for her technically thrilling performances and powerful musical voice. We're so excited for our students to work with her! 💜💛🎶

➡ Learn more about Prof. Sakharova at https://www.juliasakharova.com

05/29/2026

School of Music summer camps are almost here! There's still time to register and to learn more! 💜💛🎶
➡ https://music.uni.edu/summercamps

05/23/2026

ICYMI, The UNI Varsity Men's Glee Club is on tour in Spain! Follow along with their adventures on their page! 💜💛🎶

05/15/2026

Congratulations to our graduating class of 2026! 💜💛🎶

We're so proud of our School of Music graduates and of all of our students for making it through another year.

If you're unable to join us in person for commencement this weekend, all ceremonies will be livestreamed on the UNI YouTube channel ⬇️
https://www.youtube.com//streams

05/08/2026

As students are wrapping up the last week of classes and preparing for finals and juries, we're looking to the future! The Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center does so much to help and support the School of Music at UNI. We're excited to welcome Dr. Lefter to campus and to continue our partnership with this amazing organization! 💜💛🎶

We’re excited to announce Anne Lefter as the new Executive Director of Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center!

With more than 20 years of experience in performing arts leadership, Anne brings a strong vision for connecting artists, students and the community. She will officially begin her role on July 1 marking an exciting new chapter for GBPAC!

Join us in giving her a warm welcome to our community! 💜

https://gbpac.com/engage-explore/anne-lefter-named-executive-director-gallagher-bluedorn-performing-arts-center

05/01/2026

The semester is winding down, but there are still so many amazing events scheduled in the School of Music this spring! Back to back guest artist recitals, UNI Choirs Andante and SingPins, Northern Iowa Symphony Orchestra bringing Star Wars music to life for May the 4th, our final Spotlight Series concert of the year ftg. Symphonic Band -- and more! We hope to see you there! 💜💛🎶
Check out the calendar ➡

04/18/2026

We are pleased to announce that Jaime Marie Webb has been named Assistant Professor of Instruction in Applied Voice.

Soprano Jaime Webb has performed leading roles across the U.S. and internationally, with appearances at Carnegie Hall, Salle Gaveau, and the Teatro Ángela Peralta. An active regional artist, she has upcoming performances with the Winona Symphony Orchestra, Iowa Musicology Day, and Opera Quad Cities, and often performs with other regional companies including Opera Omaha and Cedar Rapids Opera. Prior to her UNI appointment, she served on the Luther College faculty teaching Applied Voice, Class Voice, and Opera Scenes.

Fun fact: Jaime loves adventuring with her wife and dog, and she builds her own kayaks, which she is particularly excited to bring along for outdoor exploration in the Cedar Valley!

Professor Webb is excited to join this wonderful team of esteemed faculty in the UNI School of Music. Welcome home!

04/16/2026

Today is the day! Live Purple Give Gold is all about supporting our amazing students, and helping them to thrive in the programs at UNI that build the future of their dreams. No gift is too small to make a real, lasting impact. 💜💛🎶

Give now here ➡ https://www.givecampus.com/campaigns/75154/donations/new?designation=schoolofmusic&a=12064982

04/09/2026

Live Purple Give Gold is next week! When you give to the School of Music, you're helping to support our students, programs, ensembles and more. Save the date for on April 16, or give now! 💜💛🎶

Give now ➡ https://www.givecampus.com/campaigns/75154/donations/new?designation=schoolofmusic&a=12064982